Chicago Craft Beer Events, July 28-31

Monday, July 28

2:00 - 5:00 pm ♦ Sierra Nevada Beer Camps Across America Bus TourPalmer Place Restaurant and Biergarten, 56 S. La Grange Rd., La Grange, IL (708) 482-7127
Join us to Meet the Brewers & Celebrate Sierra Nevada Beer Camp Across America. 12 different beers brewed at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co with 12 Collaboration Brewers. The bus tour is stopping at Palmer Place and we will have all 12 Collaboration Beers on draft 1 day only. We are also honored to have the 12 Brewers and the team from Sierra Nevada here for you to meet. No cover just great beer, great brewers, great fun

6:00 pm ♦ Windy City Beer Betties’ Monthly Beer SocialHopleaf, 5148 N. Clark St. Chicago (773) 334-9851
The Windy City Beer Betties are kicking off their monthly beer social series at the world-renown craft beer haven, Chicago’s very own Hopleaf. The Betties plan to gather on the last Monday of every month at a rotating selection of craft beer-centric bars around the Chicagoland area for great beer and better conversation with like-minded ladies. There is no cover for this event and is open to all ladies, 21 and older, who want to unwind after work with top-notch beer amongst like-minded women. Come chat about the newest beer releases or your old favorites. Share stories and just let loose and have a great time!

Tuesday, July 29

6:00 - 9:30 pm ♦ Nature on TapThe Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N. Cannon Dr. Chicago (773) 755-5100
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum—including the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven—goes adults-only for this monthly, fun evening event entitled Nature on Tap. It's a unique chance to stroll around the museum with no kids in sight and a cash bar serving local beer and wine. Featured breweries include Finch's, Revolution, 5 Rabbit, Metropolitan and Two Brothers. As you meander through the evening, check out the current and ongoing exhibits, marvel at the wonders inside the Istock Butterfly Haven, or test your science and nature knowledge in a trivia game. The winning trivia team even will be awarded the coveted Golden Cockroach trophy. Cost is free to Museum members, $10 for non-members, and includes access to all exhibits, crafty projects and participation in the trivia challenge. Tickets available at the Museum's Events page. (There are discounts if you are signed up to Goldstar as well).

6:00 - 10:30 pm ♦ "Dark Horse Nation" Premiere PartyDark Horse Brewing Co., 511 S Kalamazoo Ave, Marshall, Michigan
(Actual time is 7:00 - 11:30 Eastern)
This is actually my way of announcing that another of our craft brewers has a series on Cable TV. I'll think there may be a watching party or two in a Chicago area bar. Here's the details:
Please join us here at Dark Horse Brewing Company, walk the red carpet and view the premiere of the new series Dark Horse Nation. The red carpet will open at 7pm EDT. We will have 2 large outdoor screens for the viewing of Counting Cars at 9pm and Dark Horse Nation at 10pm!!! This is a free event for all of you and for your continued support...the real Dark Horse Nation!!!!
Be sure to set your DVR's and record (must be watched within 48 hours) or leave the tube on the History Channel if you join us (for rating purposes)!

6:30 pm ♦ Beer Academy - Summer BeersGoose Island Brewpub, 1800 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago (312) 915-0071
Join Goose Island brewers on the last Wednesday of each month to learn about a different beer theme. Enjoy a sample of different beers from various craft breweries. $25 per person. Call to RSVP.

7:00 pm ♦ This One's for the RedsFatDuck Tavern & Grill, 7218 Madison St., Forest Park, IL (708) 488-1493
This one’s for the Reds! The first Lucky 7 natural red heads that show up get a free pint of Amber. Anyone with red hair (real or not) will be entered into a drawing for a Bell’s prize package! Here's what's on tap: Amber Ale, Debs' Red, Roundhouse India Red Ale, and because it's the season, Oberon. Flights of these four beers will also be available for this evening.

Thursday, July 31

4:00 pm ♦ Thursday Tapping at Tribes Alehouse TinleyThe Tribes Alehouse, 9501 W. 171st St., Tinley Park, IL (708) 966-2051RevolutionQuad
Our 4th Year Beer, or “Quadruple," is inspired by the traditional Trappist strong ales produced in the abbey breweries of Belgium. Brewed with Pilsner, Munich, and Caramunich malts, the resulting beer has a deep chestnut hue. Rich flavors and aromas of fresh bread, dark fruits, honey and brown sugar are up front with the Belgian yeast strain contributing a punch of spice and fruity esters wafting up with every sip.

5:00 pm ♦ Stone Brewing SpotlightWorld of Beer, 1727 Freedom Dr, Naperville, IL (630) 955-0399
We're bringing out the hops and heat! Join us at WOB-Naperville for a Stone Brewing Spotlight. We will be tapping a multitude of in-your-face beers from Stone. There will also be wings with Stone hot sauce!!! Come and get some while it lasts!
Beer on Draught: Stone Go To IPA, Stone Pale, Stone Saison, Stone Ruination, Stone Smoked Porter with chilies, Stone Collective Distortion

7:00 pm ♦ New Holland Mad Hat-TrickThe Bar on Buena, 910 W. Buena Ave, Chicago, IL
Join The Bar on Buena to raise a glass to its July Brewery of the Month, New Holland Brewing Co., with Mad Hat-Trick! This event will include three special Mad Hatter IPAs on tap for guests' hop-irific enjoyment.
On Draft:Michigan Hatter—IPA with Michigan-grown Cascade hopsBlack Hatter—Black IPAWhite Hatter—Belgian Style IPA
…with a special appearance by Incorrigible—Bordeaux-Aged Sour Wheat Ale
Drafts range from $6-$8. A representative of the brewery will be on hand to spread the love and answer any New Holland-type questions.

7:00 pm ♦ Bell's Beer SchoolThe Tap House Grill, 3341 W. Main St., St. Charles, IL (630) 443-1664
$20 gets you food and Bell's beer pairings and some education. Space is limited, so sign up in advance to reserve your spot. Bring questions and study up because there will be a quiz to follow and the best score wins a prize! The beer list: Amber Ale, Oberon, Two Hearted Ale and Roundhouse IRA.

8:00 pm ♦ Celebrating 13 Years of PiecePiece Pizzeria & Brewery, 1927 W. North Ave., Chicago 773-772-4422
Celebrate Piece Pizzeria & Brewery's 13th Anniversary this Saturday. Piece will also serve as a Wicker Park Fest After Party site both Saturday and Sunday, with Live Band Karaoke starting at 11 pm.